Safety
Understanding The Machine Safety Labels
The machine safety labels shown in this section are placed in important areas on your machine to draw attention to potential safety hazards.
On your machine safety labels, the words DANGER, WARNING, and CAUTION are used with this safety-alert symbol. DANGER identifies the most serious hazards.
The operator’s manual also explains any potential safety hazards whenever necessary in special safety messages that are identified with the word, CAUTION, and the safety-alert symbol.
WARNING
Do Not operate mower without chutes and hoses securely in place.
CAUTION
HELP AVOID BODILY INJURY DUE TO LOSS OF TRACTION
• Tractor and Operator combined weight must exceed cart weight.
• Reduce loaded cart weight on slippery surfaces.
• Traction decreases in reverse.
• Do Not exceed 227 kg (500 lb.) cart load.
CAUTION
• Enclosure is subject to wear and deterioration.
• Check material frequently, replace when necessary.
• Use a John Deere enclosure or equivalent to comply with safety specifications.
Parking Safely
1. Stop machine on a level surface, not on a slope.
2. Disengage Power Take-Off (PTO).
3. Lower attachments to the ground.
7. Wait for engine and all moving parts to stop before you leave the operator’s seat.
8. Close fuel shut-off valve, if your machine is equipped.
Operate Safely
• Check machine brake action before you operate. Adjust or service brakes as necessary.
• Inspect machine before you operate. Be sure hardware is tight. Repair or replace damaged, badly worn, or missing parts. Be sure guards and shields are in good condition and fastened in place. Make any necessary adjustments before you operate.
• Clear work area of objects that might be thrown. Keep people and pets out of the work area. Stop machine if anyone enters the area.
• If you hit an object, stop the machine and inspect it. Make repairs before you operate. Keep machine properly maintained and in good working order.
• Do not leave machine unattended when it is running.
• Only operate during daylight or with good artificial light.
• Do not let anyone, especially children, ride on machine or machine.
• Do not let children or an untrained person operate machine.
• Do not operate machine if you are under the influence of drugs or alcohol.
• Do not operate machine at high speeds when you tow the cart.
• Travel slowly over rough ground.
• Enclosure is subject to wear and deterioration. Check material frequently, replace when necessary.
• Use a John Deere enclosure or equivalent to comply with safety specifications.
Wear Appropriate Clothing
• Wear close fitting clothing and safety equipment appropriate for the job.
• Loud noise can cause impairment or loss of hearing, wear a suitable protective device such as earplugs.
• Do not wear radio or music headphones while operating the machine. Safe operation requires your full attention.
Protect Bystanders
• Keep bystanders away when you operate cart.
• Before you back tractor and cart, look carefully behind cart for bystanders.
Keep Riders Off Cart
Riders in cart are subject to injury, such as being struck by objects and being thrown off the cart during sudden starts, stops and turns.
Riders obstruct the operator's view, resulting in the cart being used in an unsafe manner.
Keep riders off of Quik-Tatch bracket.
Keep Feet From Under Drawbar
Before you disconnect cart from tractor hitch plate:
• Make sure feet are not under drawbar.
Keep Feet From Under Material Collection Cart
Before you service, clean or inspect cart:
• Make sure dump lever is in locked position.
• Make sure transport latch is facing toward dump cart.
• Make sure feet are not under material collection cart.
Avoid Tipping And Skidding
• Weight of tractor and operator must be more than weight of cart and load.
• A safe load on dry, level ground may cause the tractor to lose traction and skid on slippery or sloped ground.
• Do not use cart near edge of ditch or bank.
• Avoid holes, rocks and roots.
• Do not tow cart with box raised.
• Do not back up cart with box raised.
Practice Safe Maintenance
• Understand service procedure before doing work. Keep area clean and dry.
• Never lubricate, service or adjust machine while it is moving. Keep safety devices in place and in working condition. Keep hardware tight.
• To prevent them from getting caught, keep hands, feet, clothing, jewelry, and long hair away from any moving parts.
• Before servicing machine, lower it to the ground. Disengage all power and stop the engine. Move hydraulic lift levers back and forth to relieve pressure. Lock park brake and remove the key. Let engine cool.
• Securely support any machine elements that must be raised for service work.
• Never run engine unless park brake is locked.
• Keep all parts in good condition and properly installed. Fix damage immediately. Replace worn or broken parts. Remove any buildup of grease, oil, or debris.
• Unauthorized modifications to the machine may impair its function and safety.